Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
Significant Points
- Most jobs require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
- Overall job opportunities should be favorable; jobseekers who obtain professional recognition through certification or licensure, a master's degree, proficiency in accounting and auditing computer software, or specialized expertise will have the best opportunities.
- An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and greater scrutiny of company finances will drive faster-than-average growth of accountants and auditors.
National Outlook
| 2004 Total Employment | 1,176,000 |
| 2014 Expected Employment | 1,440,000 |
| Change (Percent) | 263,000 ( 22.4) |
| Total Openings | 485,000 |